Best Online News Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Looking for free online news apps? 20 of our 247+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Online News Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Online NewsOnline NewsFree4.9★ (22)NoNoOct 2026
2Online NewsOnline NewsFree5.0★ (1)NoNoJul 2026
3USA TODAY: US & Breaking NewsUSA TODAY: US & Breaking NewsFree4.5★ (242K)YesYesNov 2026
4Google NewsGoogle NewsFree4.6★ (226K)YesNoNov 2026
5SmartNews: Breaking NewsSmartNews: Breaking NewsFree4.6★ (929K)YesYesNov 2026
6Daily Mail: Breaking News LiveDaily Mail: Breaking News LiveFree4.2★ (28K)YesYesNov 2026
7Al Kalima Online NewsAl Kalima Online NewsFree5.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
8Manorama Online: News & VideosManorama Online: News & VideosFree4.4★ (1.6K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Online News

4.9(22 ratings)
Free
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Access the latest financial news, real-time FX quotes, and market analysis from various global providers. Stay informed with live charts, economic calendars, and Dukascopy TV content, all available on multiple devices.

5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Access and read news articles from public websites in the USA, Canada, and the UK. It filters out ads, images, and tracking to provide a clean reading experience and reduce data usage. Customize your favorite news sites for quick access.

USA TODAY: US & Breaking News#3

USA TODAY: US & Breaking News by USA TODAY

Breaking News + eNewspaper
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.5😐(242K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking national and local news, personalized content, and award-winning journalism. Enjoy quick reads, captivating visuals, and interactive features. Stay informed with a curated feed and access a digital replica of the print edition.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 📰 Excellent news coverage
  • 🔍 Well-balanced reporting
  • 🌐 Useful for global readers
  • 💻 Convenient for staying informed

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Subscription issues
  • 🔍 Perceived bias in reporting
  • 🔍 Too much focus on celebrity news
  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy app experience
  • 📢 Aggressive advertising and paywalls

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FAQ about Online News

What are the best online news apps for iPhone?
Online News tops our online news apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 22 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top online news apps we rank are free to download, including Online News and Online News.
Online News has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 247+ online news apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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